How to Download, Import, and Animate 3D Models in Prisma 3D

In this step-by-step guide, we’ll explore how to:
✅ Download free 3D models from CGTrader
✅ Import them into Prisma 3D
✅ Add sky and textures for realism
✅ Animate cars, cameras, and even spinning wheels/fans
✅ Render your final video and add effects in CapCut

Let’s dive in. 🚀

Part 1: Downloading Free 3D Models from CGTrader

CGTrader is a marketplace for 3D assets. Many are paid, but there are plenty of free models you can use.

Step 1: Visit CGTrader

Open your browser and search for CGTrader or go directly to cgtrader.com.
Tap the Menu icon → 3D Models.

You’ll see categories such as:

Aircraft
Animals
Buildings & Structures
Cars
Characters
Furniture
Plants
Vehicles
Watercraft
And more

Step 2: Find and Filter Models

Tap on Car Models.
To see only free and compatible files:
- Tap the Filter icon (top right).
- Select Free Only.
- Check OBJ and FBX (universal formats).

👉 Not all free models are perfect—some may have broken or missing textures.

Step 3: Download a Car Model

For this tutorial, let’s choose the Audi A8 2017.
Tap on the model → scroll down → Free Download.
Select the FBX version.
Note: You’ll need to register an account before downloading.

Step 4: Download a Bridge Model

Use the Search bar → type Road or Bridge.
Again, filter for Free + OBJ/FBX formats.
Download a bridge OBJ model.

Part 2: Importing Models into Prisma 3D

Now that we have a car and a bridge, let’s bring them into Prisman 3D.

Step 1: Import the Bridge

Tap the three horizontal lines (top right).
Select 3D Import.
Locate and import your bridge model.
Arrange it to face the camera viewport using:
- One finger to move
- Two fingers to zoom

Step 2: Import the Car

Import the car model.
It may appear too large or missing textures.
Use the Move Tool and Scale Tool to place it on the bridge.
Try uploading textures via the Material tab to fix missing parts.

👉 Use the Object Tab (top right) to select either the bridge or car for easier adjustments.

Part 3: Adding a Realistic Sky

Step 1: Add a Sphere

Go to the Preset Menu → insert a Sphere.
Move the camera below the bridge so the sphere surrounds the scene.
Use the Scale Tool → drag from the center to enlarge the sphere until it covers everything.

Step 2: Apply HDRI Sky Texture

Select the sphere → open the Material tab.
Apply an HDRI sky texture image.
This makes the scene look realistic.

Part 4: Animating the Car

Zoom out with two fingers for a wide view of the road.
Select the Car from the Object Tab.
On the Timeline, set Frame 0 as the starting point.
- Slightly adjust car position → tap the Red Clock icon to set a keyframe.
Go to Frame 100.
- Move the car forward → set another keyframe.
Tap Play to preview.

👉 The car now drives across the bridge.

Part 5: Animating the Camera

To make the scene cinematic, let’s add camera movement.

Step 1: Add a Camera

From the Preset Menu, insert a camera.
Jump into Camera View.

Step 2: Create Camera Keyframes

At Frame 0, adjust the camera position/angle → set a keyframe.
At Frame 100, move the camera closer to the car → set another keyframe.
Play back the animation.

💡 Tips:

Place the camera’s ending point close to the car’s ending point for a chase effect.
Or, stop the camera earlier for the illusion of the car driving past it.
Experiment with extra keyframes for smoother motion.

Part 6: Rendering Your Animation

Tap the three bars (top right) → Render.
Choose:
- 720p (safe default for complex scenes)
- 1080p (higher quality, may cause errors)
- 30 FPS frame rate
To remove the PrisMan 3D watermark, watch an ad (internet required).
Tap Render → Save to gallery.

Part 7: Editing in CapCut

Take your render further with post-production.

Import the video into CapCut.
Add Video Effects such as:
- Chrome Glow
- Edge Glow
- Mist
Use the Adjust tab to tweak brightness, contrast, and saturation.
Add soundtracks via the Audio tab.
Export your polished video.

Part 8: Rigging Basics (Bones)

To animate complex objects like characters, cars, or fans, you’ll need bones.

Example: Rigging a Cube

Insert a cube and scale it tall.
Use the Loop Cut Tool to divide it into three parts.
Switch to Bone Tool → add bones to each section.
Rotate the middle bone → notice how the object bends.

👉 Rigging makes parts of a model move independently.

Part 9: Animating Car Wheels and Ceiling Fans

Step 1: Insert a Bone

Add a Cube → insert a Bone.
Detach the bone from the cube (drag it in the Object Tab).
Delete the cube, leaving only the bone.

Step 2: Import the Object

Import your Car Wheel or Ceiling Fan model.
Place it under the bone in the Object Tab hierarchy.

Step 3: Align the Bone

Select the Bone → Transform → Reset Position, Rotation, Scale (all to 0, except Scale = 1).
Do the same for the model.

Step 4: Animate the Rotation

On the timeline, go to Frame 0 → create a keyframe.
At Frame 200, rotate the bone by 2000° on the correct axis:
- Car wheel → Rotate X-axis
- Ceiling fan → Rotate Y-axis
Create a keyframe → play the animation.

Now your wheels spin and fans rotate!

Final Thoughts

In this tutorial, you learned how to:
✅ Download and filter free models on CGTrader
✅ Import, texture, and set up a 3D scene in PrisMan 3D
✅ Animate both cars and cameras for cinematic shots
✅ Add a realistic sky with HDRI
✅ Render and polish your video with CapCut
✅ Use rigging and bones for advanced animations like wheels and fans

With these techniques, you can start creating dynamic 3D animations right from your phone. Keep experimenting with models, textures, and animations—your scenes will only get better with practice.

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